Full job descriptionIf you take pride in your craft and want a stable, long-term role where the quality of your work genuinely matters to the people you’re helping, this could be a great fit. Our client is a property maintenance organisation operating across Swindon and the surrounding area, delivering repairs and upkeep for residential properties.
About our clientOur client manages a repairs and maintenance programme for residential properties across Swindon and the wider South West. They’ve got a strong focus on customer experience and keeping homes safe, warm, and comfortable for the people who live in them.
The roleThis is a full-time, permanent position working 39 hours per week, Monday to Friday. You’ll be based in the Swindon area, covering responsive repairs and maintenance across a residential portfolio. There’s also a requirement to join an out-of-hours callout rota, which comes with additional payment on top of your base salary.
What you’ll be doing*Delivering high-quality joinery and carpentry work as your primary trade
*Carrying out secondary trade tasks to support first-time fixes across the portfolio
*Treating and cleaning damp and mould when required
*Assessing risks before starting work and keeping to health and safety guidelines
*Recording job information accurately and following agreed procedures
*Providing a professional, friendly service to residents on every visit
Skills and experienceEssential
*Proven competence in joinery and carpentry as your primary trade
*NVQ Level 3 (City and Guilds) trade qualification or equivalent
*Experience in multi-trade working, including basic plumbing, tiling, plastering, mould treatment, or floor coverings
*Customer-facing experience, ideally within social housing or property maintenance
*Full UK driving licence
Desirable
*Experience working within a social housing or local authority maintenance environment
*Familiarity with mobile working systems for job recording
Why join themA competitive salary sits alongside a company vehicle and fuel card, a generous holiday allowance with the option to buy more, healthcare cashback, a strong pension with employer matching, life assurance, and access to an employee assistance programme. Hours are structured across a Monday to Friday week.